As one of China's most famous teas, it is the traditional tea for those who enjoy weekend Chinese dimsum.  Tea leaves are witherered and heaped into piles where a bacteria begins the fermentation process. The leaves are then dried loose or compressed into bricks or cakes. There are numerous varieties of pu-erh with the commonly known type as pressed or cake-shaped. These are ageable and can potentially fetch for thousands of dollars.  It is currently all the craze in China right now and has reputed weight loss benefits too.

We carry a mix of 1st and superfine/imperial grade loose leaf variety that is of the highest quality one can buy. The flavors are more subtle and not as harsh as the pressed versions while offering  the same health benefits.

Other names:
Bolay, Pu-erh, Puer, Puerh

Appearance:
Brews into a dark brown color.

Aroma:
A fragrant floral exoticness mixed with a light cedar wood.

Taste:
Sweet delicate and soothing with a slight hint of tannins.  Waters the mouth with a fresh earthy sweetness that lingers on the palate after the sip.

Origin:
Yunnan Province, China